Many in the Reds organization were upset about Brandon Phillips' comments made in a magazine article. Could that prompt moving him? USA TODAY SPORTS/David Kohl-USA

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The Reds interest in Cuban infielder Alexander Guerrero - even though general manager Walt Jocketty says they're unlikely to sign Guerrero - is the strongest indication yet that the club will try to trade Brandon Phillips.

Guerrero projects as a second baseman. He reportedly agreed to a seven-year, $32 million deal with the Dodgers in July, but the contract was nixed because he had not been cleared by the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control. He's since been cleared. He's likely to get that kind of money.

Scouts say Guerrero, who played shortstop in Cuba, projects as a second baseman. The Reds ...